Amaut - Pindra, Varanasi
Amaut is a village situated in the Pindra tehsil of Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pindra and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Varanasi. Amaut village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Amaut is 208658. The village covers a total geographical area of 350.78 hectares and falls under the 221202 pincode. Varanasi is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Amaut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pindra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Amaut
As per Census 2011, Amaut village has a total population of 3,896 people, consisting of 1,983 males and 1,913 females. The village has 584 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 555 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,584 literate and 1,312 illiterate residents. Additionally, 591 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Amaut are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,896 | 1,983 | 1,913 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 555 | 296 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 591 | 295 | 296 |
| Literate Population | 2,584 | 1,502 | 1,082 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,312 | 481 | 831 |
Nearby Villages of Amaut
Amaut is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chintamanpur | North | 1.04 km |
| Bharvandha | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Jagdishpur | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Newari | North | 1.83 km |
| Gangapur | South | 1.83 km |
| Kaharaka | West | 1.91 km |
| Dayalipur | South | 2.02 km |
| Rajpur | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Ratwarbangpur | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Gajendra | East | 2.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Amaut
Amaut is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Babatpur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 2.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Varanasi to Amaut is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Varanasi to Amaut is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Amaut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Amaut village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Amaut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Amaut village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Amaut
Where is Amaut located?
Amaut village is located in Pindra Tehsil, Varanasi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Amaut?
Amaut is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Amaut?
The pincode of Amaut is 221202.
What is the population of Amaut?
Amaut has a total population of 3,896, including 1,983 males and 1,913 females.
How many households are there in Amaut?
There are 584 households in Amaut.
What is the literacy rate in Amaut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Amaut is 66.32%. Male literacy is 75.74% and female literacy is 56.56%.